A freehold holiday home that makes sense. Use it for your holidays, then when you are not using it, the operator, Domaine & Demeure will rent your home for you and simply share the rental income with you. Easy and hassle free.

These properties are designed to be holiday homes rather than second homes or full-time homes. They are designed for people who want a holiday home in France without the stresses that come with trying to manage a holiday home from another country. For people who are looking for a hands off experience of owning a property in France they are fantastic.

The basic principle is that you use the property for your holidays and then it is rented out by Domaine & Demeure when you are not using it. All rental income is shared between the owner (55%) and D&D (45%). There are annual management charges where owners pay D&D to manage their houses and the estate. These costs are based on the actual running costs of the estate plus a 20% margin for D&D to provide this service. I like to suggest to potential buyers that their share of rental income would typically cover the costs of the management charges so that they end up at the end of the year with a zero balance and so effectively have their property fully managed for free. Typically, owners do end up making a profit at the end of the year but I prefer that this profit is not the main focus of a decision to buy.

SERVICES

Air-conditioning, Double glazing, Furnished, Internet, Outdoor lighting, Concierge, Swimming pool, Tennis court.

PROXIMITIES

Airport (37 km), Beach (30 km), Golf (35 km), Hospital/clinic (27 km), Sea (30 km), Tennis, Tgv station (20 km), Town centre (23 km), Train station (20 km).

ABOUT The ESTATE

Château Les Carrasses is a 19th Century Wine Domaine in the Languedoc, South of France, extensively restored as a luxury self-catering estate, comprising a unique collection of privately owned residences, on site restaurant and winery.

Discover the authenticity and charm of a 19th Century estate, surrounded by vines, with spectacular views and spacious grounds. The atmosphere of a private club – great service, but relaxed, friendly and laid back. Chic and spacious accommodation – intimate, private and practical, air conditioned and fully equipped for a perfect holiday.

The Restaurant of Château Les Carrasses is ready to welcome you in a unique, magical setting overlooking the vineyards with far reaching views to the Pyrenees. Stylish, seasonal Mediterranean cuisine by chef Valère Diochet . Our menu changes frequently to take advantage of the best seasonal local produce.
A relaxed restaurant not molecular gastronomy or liveried staff. But super fresh Mediterranean dishes and brasserie classics, popular with guests and locals alike the brasserie is open year-round and is just 5 minutes from Capestang and 20 minutes from Narbonne and Beziers.

In house dining:
If you prefer to eat in the comfort of your house, we have many other options. This house includes a modern kitchen fully equipped with everything you need for cooking, including a Weber barbecue.

Our restaurant can also deliver fresh meals to your property. Our Chef and his team propose: our legendary bbq packs, pizzas and traditional family dishes, but also a selection of dishes from our lunchtime terrace and our dinner menus.

The magnificent infinity pool (20m x 8m), heated from April to October features massage jets and an inviting submerged beach area for lounging. Poolside service is available throughout the summer.
To the west of the estate is this lovely social spot – a large barbecue station with tables and chairs and all the equipment needed for an easy cook out. Beside the barbecue area are two boules courts, where you’re free to while away a couple of lazy hours.

Neatly bordered by cypress trees, our championship-size clay court can be floodlit in the evenings. The beach-volleyball court next door is great for a fun workout in the sunshine. All the equipment you need for a game is provided free of charge.

The countryside around the Château is perfect for exploration on two wheels, and we have plenty of complimentary bicycles for guests’ use, together with useful route maps.

If you're looking for a completely hassle free way to own a holiday home in the south of France then this could be for you.